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You will:
Teach English, computer basics & life skills
Mentor children through psychosocial support
Grow gardens & teach organic farming
Support tree planting & climate action
Coach sports, drama & youth activities
Schedule: 4-5 hours/day, Mon-Fri. Weekends free.
We need: Friendly people who love kids. No experience needed.
18 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Amount: US$ 10 Per week
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: What your $10 covers: Welcome & Orientation - Community introduction, safety briefing, and placement at St. Peters, Mpakirema, and neighboring schools Local Coordinator Support - Daily guidance from UVLIA staff during your stay Administrative Costs - Volunteer records, certificate, and communication Community Contribution - Small contribution to school garden tools, learning materials, and activities for children
3 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
1. Work days & hours: Monday to Friday for 4 hours.
2. Main volunteer tasks: Child safeguarding and protection awareness, Support games and Sports with the orphans, project donation support, teach English, orphanage support, farming, program and admin support, medical outreach, construction, childcare, mornitoring and documentations,
3. Minimum stay: 1 month
4. Orientation: On Children safeguarding and protection.
At UVLIA you volunteer in Mayuge district with our local team under the guidance of our staff.
Monday to Friday: At least 4 hours per day.
Daily routine with UVLIA:
8:30am - Arrive at the project site at Nawampongo. Meet with your team and Welfare Officer.
9:00am - 12:00pm - Main shift. Tasks include: Children safeguarding and protection awareness work, support for project donation activities, workshops, community visits, organizing donations, and admin support. You always work alongside local staff.
12:00pm - 1:00pm - Lunch break. Lunch included.
1:00pm - 2:00pm - Finish tasks, debrief with staff, and return to the volunteer house.
Weekends: Saturday and Sunday are free. You can rest at the house, explore Mayuge, or join optional tours at your own cost.
Note: You will be trained on Day 1 in Children Safeguarding and Protection. You will not be left alone with children.
UVLIA Child Protection & Volunteer Rules:
1. Children Safeguarding: All volunteers must follow our Child Protection Policy. You will not be left alone with children. No photos of children without staff approval. No physical contact or giving gifts to children.
2. Minimum Stay: 1 month commitment is required. No short stays.
3. Work Hours: At least 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Be on time and reliable.
4. Respect & Culture: Dress modestly, respect Ugandan culture, staff and other volunteers. No alcohol or drugs in the volunteer house or during work.
5. Communication: Inform your Welfare Officer if you will be absent or late. Keep your phone on for emergencies.
6. Safety: Follow all safety rules given in orientation. The house has a 10pm curfew for safety.
We are serious about child protection. Breaking any rule will end your placement immediately.
